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Central Asia news — August 18, 2026

Publications tagged with Central Asia published on August 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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Society Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 22:38 UTC
Mail-Order Music Pioneer Columbia House Closes After 71 Years
Columbia House, the mail-order music club that started in 1955 as Columbia Record Club, is shutting down on September 15th, 2026. Known for its popular offers like '12 cassettes or CDs for one-cent', the company faced declining market share due to online and big-box retailers. It was sold multiple times, including to BMG and JMCK Corp., before its eventual closure.
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Culture Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 22:15 UTC
NYT Mini Crossword and Wordle Answers for Aug. 18-21, 2026
The list provides answers and hints for the New York Times Mini Crossword and Wordle puzzles from August 18 to August 21, 2026.
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World Regulators Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 20:11 UTC
Fire Engulfs Village of Chanište, Arson Suspected
A fire broke out near the village of Chanište around 13:30, quickly spreading and entering the village, burning down several houses and a barn. Director Stojanče Angelov of the Directorate for Protection and Rescue (DZS) suspects arson due to the long line of fire and its spread from different directions. Firefighters from Prilep, DZS rapid intervention team, and volunteers from Bitola are battling the blaze. Two residents inhaled smoke but are stable. The fire has the potential to become one of the largest in this fire season due to the terrain and vegetation.
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Culture Central Asia United Kingdom Box Office
Aug 18, 2026, 17:44 UTC
Chris Hansen Reacts to Robert Pattinson's 'Primetime' Movie
Chris Hansen, former host of 'To Catch a Predator,' discusses Robert Pattinson's upcoming biopic 'Primetime' without having seen the film. Hansen expresses curiosity about Hollywood's motives and reveals he wasn't involved in the movie's production. He plans to watch a private screening before giving his full opinion.
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World Middle East Central Asia United Kingdom
Aug 18, 2026, 16:52 UTC
Stubb: Russia's Neighbors Key to EU Dialogue
Finnish President Stubb has emphasized the crucial role of Russia's neighboring countries in facilitating dialogue between Moscow and Europe. He stated that these nations will play a significant part in resuming European dialogue with Russia.
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Politics Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 15:09 UTC
Niclas Füllkrug Returns to Werder Bremen on Loan
Niclas Füllkrug, a former Werder Bremen player, is set to return to the club on loan from West Ham United. The 33-year-old striker will undergo a medical check on Tuesday and is expected to join Werder Bremen for the upcoming season. Füllkrug, who has previously played for Werder Bremen from 2019 to 2023, is eager to return to the club he considers 'very special'.
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Culture Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 02:21 UTC
Monday's Newspaper Front Pages
Monday's newspaper front pages are dominated by the news of a fatal crash on the M9 motorway. This tragic event has been featured prominently across various newspapers, with some also covering other local and national news.
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World Middle East Central Asia
Aug 18, 2026, 01:42 UTC
American Destroyer Adrift for Four Days in South China Sea
An American destroyer was left adrift for four days in the South China Sea after a power system failure. The incident occurred in July and resulted in the loss of independent movement and essential facilities such as air conditioning, kitchen, and bathroom. The cause of the generator failure is still under investigation.
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